Opinion
Published on: 06. April 2025
Rare earths export controls: Why Germany can breathe easy for the moment

In its reaction to the latest US tariffs, China is turning its attention to rare earths. According to Jost Wübbeke, the EU must also fear for its raw material security. The end of globalization caused by Trump's tariff war could lead to "everyone fighting for themselves and the world's raw materials".
Last updated: 24. July 2025